Understanding how T-cells can help fight HIV
Official title: Administrative Core
Funded at University of California at Davis · NIH-11062307 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how certain immune cells can help your body fight HIV better, and it's for people interested in understanding new ways to boost the immune response against the virus.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California at Davis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Davis, United States) |
| Project start | December 17, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $217,207 |
| NIH project number | 1P01AI181044-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11062307 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who are part of ongoing cohort studies related to HIV or those at risk of HIV infection.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in HIV research or do not have a risk of HIV infection may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on how different types of T-cells, specifically CD4+ and CD8+ cells, can enhance the body's immune response to HIV. By analyzing samples from ongoing human studies and non-human primate research, the project aims to identify the best ways to support the production of neutralizing antibodies against HIV. The research is coordinated by a team of experts who will ensure effective communication and collaboration among various projects. The administrative core will facilitate the organization and management of this multidisciplinary effort.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for HIV prevention and treatment through enhanced immune responses.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in understanding T-cell responses in HIV, making this approach a continuation of established findings.
Where this research is happening
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University of California at Davis
Davis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hartigan-O'connor, Dennis J. — University of California at Davis
- Study coordinator: Hartigan-O'connor, Dennis J.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.